Fort St. Jean Baptiste State Historic Site

About Fort St. Jean Baptiste State Historic Site

A reconstructed French colonial fort at Natchitoches, the first permanent European settlement in the territory of the Louisiana Purchase, founded in 1714. Tour the rebuilt outpost and step into the early history of the French frontier.

Amenities & facilities

• 🌿 Nature Center
• 🐕 Pets Allowed
• 🌞 Day Use Only

Facility rentals

Pavilions and meeting rooms you can reserve for groups and events.

• Meeting Room — $100 per day plus tax. Maximum Occupancy of 55 people. · Reserve

Entrance fee

$6 per adult (13+) — General Admission $6 per Person (ages 7 to 61) $4 for Seniors (62 & older) Free for Children (6 & under)

Hours

Hours as published by Louisiana State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

Contact

Upcoming events at Fort St. Jean Baptiste State Historic Site

• 18TH CENTURY FISHINGJul 25, 2026
• SIMPLE FRONTIER POTTERYAug 15, 2026
• ENERGY DRINK OF THE 18TH CENTURYAug 22, 2026
• THE RENAISSANCE COMES TO THE CANESep 05, 2026
• SMALL AND NECESSARY: LEATHER WALLETSep 12, 2026
• CHRISTMAS ON THE CANEDec 05, 2026

Event details and registration are on the TPWD calendar.

🎒 Gear up for Fort St. Jean Baptiste State Historic Site

Popular gear for what this park offers:

• Bug spray
• Sunscreen
• First aid kit
• Water bottles

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Nearby state parks

• Los Adaes State Historic Site
• Rebel State Historic Site
• Fort Jesup State Historic Site
• Mansfield State Historic Site
• North Toledo Bend State Park
• South Toledo Bend State Park